Waterford, Connecticut
Próximas reuniones
Board of Selectmen
La Junta de Concejales considerará múltiples transferencias presupuestarias, incluyendo una transferencia fuera de serie de $261,744 para capacitación, software y limpieza de la ventisca, y un contrato de $162,214 para un sistema de alerta contra incendios. También actuarán sobre transferencias de servicios policiales, de bomberos y juveniles, y un nombramiento para la Comisión de Desarrollo Económico.
- Transferencia fuera de serie FY26 de $261,744 para capacitación, tarifas de ADP, software, obligaciones contractuales, costos de teléfono/combustible, seguro de vida y horas extra por ventisca
- Contrato de $162,214 con US Digital Designs para el sistema de alerta contra incendios de Oswegatchie
- Transferencia de $50,000 del presupuesto de policía al de control animal para compensar el déficit
- Asignación adicional de $45,233 para el pago del tiempo acumulado de los empleados de bomberos
- Transferencia en serie de $25,900 para Servicios Juveniles y Familiares debido a una facturación incorrecta de ingresos
Ethics Commission
Ethics Commission se reunirá para aprobar una pequeña transferencia de partida presupuestaria y discutir cómo se almacenan las notas de procedimiento. La reunión también incluye un informe sobre legislación y administración del subcomité RTM.
- Transferencia presupuestaria de $30.99 de Honorarios Profesionales a la cuenta 10143-51210
- Discusión sobre el almacenamiento de notas de procedimiento
- Actualización del RTM Legislation and Administration Subcommittee
Shellfish Commission
La Shellfish Commission aprobará las actas de reuniones anteriores, revisará el informe del tesorero y los datos de monitoreo, y discutirá elementos operativos clave. Los nuevos negocios incluyen la recaudación de ventas de permisos en Riverside Grocery, mientras que los asuntos anteriores cubren ventas de permisos recreativos en línea, divulgación pública y actualizaciones sobre renovaciones de arrendamientos comerciales de mariscos. También está programado el comentario público.
- Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 2 de junio y 16 de junio
- Informe del tesorero sobre gastos e ingresos
- Discusión sobre la recaudación de ventas de permisos en Riverside Grocery
- Discusión sobre ventas de permisos recreativos en línea
- Actualización sobre renovaciones de arrendamientos/licencias comerciales de mariscos
Reuniones recientes
Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee
El Comité de Construcción de la Estación de Bomberos de Oswegatchie está revisando y aprobando las actas de la reunión de junio, abordando pagos de facturas y discutiendo el estado de un permiso de construcción. Los temas clave incluyen un proceso de órdenes de cambio aplazado hasta el regreso de Steve Smith y actualizaciones sobre el cronograma de construcción.
- Revisar y aprobar las actas de la reunión del 4 de junio de 2026
- Pagos de facturas
- Discusión sobre el permiso de construcción
- Aplazamiento del proceso de órdenes de cambio hasta el regreso de Steve Smith
- Actualización del cronograma de construcción
Zoning Board of Appeals
La Zoning Board of Appeals considerará dos solicitudes de variación: ZBA-26-8 en 156 Butlertown Road y ZBA-26-9 en 20 Laurel Street. Cada solicitud incluye informes del personal y documentos de respaldo.
- ZBA-26-8: 156 Butlertown Road
- ZBA-26-9: 20 Laurel Street
Harbor Management Commission
La Comisión de Gestión Portuaria revisará un permiso estatal para la restauración del muelle en 54 Shore Road. También discutirán una reunión con Three Belles sobre 'Save the River, Save the Hills'. En la agenda se incluyen actualizaciones sobre solicitudes de amarre y el plan modificado de gestión portuaria.
- Revisión del permiso DEEP para restauración del muelle en 54 Shore Road
- Discusión con Three Belles sobre 'Save the River, Save the Hills'
- Actualización sobre solicitudes de amarre y postes de polea para 2026
- Actualización sobre la aprobación del plan de gestión portuaria modificado y mapas
- Discusión sobre la participación de la comisión en el Desfile de Waterford
The Commission reviewed a Connecticut DEEP permit for dock restoration at 54 Shore Road and found the scope consistent with the Harbor Management Plan, with no interference to harbor activities. They also discussed an upcoming meeting with Three Belles about a kayak trail and updated the status of 2026 mooring applications. The Commission agreed to work with the Town Attorney to update the Harbor Management Plan and maps over the fall/winter.
- Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Reviewed and found DEEP dock restoration permit at 54 Shore Road consistent with Harbor Management Plan (consensus)
- Agreed to send reminder emails to 25 mooring applicants who have not yet responded
- Agreed to work with Town Attorney to update Harbor Management Plan and maps
Conservation Commission
Este aviso confirma que la reunión regular del 25 de junio de 2026 está cancelada. La agenda contiene solo texto de procedimiento estándar sin audiencias públicas ni votaciones programadas. La comisión reanudará sus actividades regulares en su próxima reunión el 9 de julio de 2026.
Utility Commission
La Comisión revisará gastos mensuales y ajustes de cuentas. Las discusiones clave incluyen actualizaciones al estudio de tarifas de agua y el acuerdo intergubernamental de agua con la Ciudad de New London y Veolia. El organismo también revisará necesidades de personal para técnicos de alcantarillado y de cumplimiento normativo.
- Actualización del estudio de tarifas de agua
- Actualización del Interlocal Water Agreement con City of New London/Veolia
- Actualización del Policy Manual para la Sección 9000 (Estatutos)
- Revisión de personal para Sewer Tech 1 y Compliance Enforcement Tech
Recreation & Parks Commission
La Comisión de Recreación y Parques se reunirá para revisar informes del personal y de los comités. El punto principal de la agenda es una solicitud para eximir las tarifas de instalaciones para una reunión de la Class of 1975. La reunión también incluye actualizaciones de la Board of Education y la Board of Finance.
- Solicitud de exención de tarifas de instalaciones para uso del Tom Thurlow Class of 1975 pavilion
Planning & Zoning Commission
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación discutirá una solicitud de cambio de zonificación en 140 Waterford Pkwy South (PL-26-11) y una solicitud de plano de sitio en 8 Race Rock Road (PL-26-12). Ambos elementos incluyen múltiples documentos de respaldo.
- PL-26-11: Asunto de cambio de zonificación y subdivisión en 140 Waterford Pkwy South
- PL-26-12: Solicitud de plano de sitio en 8 Race Rock Road
The commission denied a zone change for 140 Waterford Parkway South from IP-1 to I-MF and R-40, citing traffic, utility, and planning concerns. It also approved a coastal site plan for a new home at 8 Race Rock Road and granted a 90-day extension for a subdivision at 97 Spithead Road.
- Denied zone change for 140 Waterford Parkway South from IP-1 to I-MF/R-40 (2-3)
- Approved coastal site plan PL-26-12 for new home at 8 Race Rock Road (5-0)
- Approved 90-day extension for subdivision at 97 Spithead Road (5-0)
Design Review Board
La reunión regular del June 23, 2026 del Design Review Board ha sido cancelada. No se discutirán ni decidirán puntos.
- Reunión cancelada
Board of Selectmen
La Junta de Selectores considerará asignaciones para dos proyectos de infraestructura de servicios públicos por un total de $145,671 y adjudicará varios contratos para equipos de tecnología escolar. Los artículos escolares incluyen Chromebooks y computadoras de escritorio de múltiples proveedores por un total de más de $468,000, más una actualización de punto de acceso y conmutador de red por $222,353. Todos los fondos son para el presupuesto de capital del FY27 que comienza el 1 de julio de 2026.
- Aprobar $100,000 para el proyecto Cross Country Sewer Main Access
- Aprobar $45,671 para el programa Water Tank Management
- Adjudicar $229,188 a Vivacity por Chromebooks (contrato Equalis)
- Adjudicar $193,182.95 a Dell por computadoras de escritorio (contrato NASPO)
- Adjudicar $46,389 a Apple Inc. por Chromebooks/computadoras de escritorio adicionales
The Board of Selectmen approved two utility commission appropriations for sewer and water projects and approved three Board of Education technology purchases totaling $464,000. A motion to table the initial Chromebook and desktop computer contract failed, and the board amended the scope to remove desktop computers from the Apple Inc. award.
- Approved $100,000 sewer main access appropriation (3-0)
- Approved $45,671 water tank management appropriation (3-0)
- Tabled initial BOE Chromebook/Desktop contract motion (failed)
- Amended Apple Inc. contract to remove desktop computers (3-0)
- Approved $46,389 Apple Inc. Chromebook contract (2-1)
- Approved $222,353 Meraki network upgrade contract (3-0)
Board of Selectmen
La Junta de Selectmen revisará y enviará varias asignaciones de capital del FY27 y contratos de adquisición de tecnología a la Junta de Finanzas. La Comisión de Servicios Públicos solicita $100,000 para la restauración del acceso al alcantarillado Cross Country y $45,671 para el mantenimiento de tanques de agua, más una reserva de emergencia de $200,000 para reparaciones del sistema de agua. La Junta de Educación solicita aprobación por más de $691,000 en contratos para reemplazar computadoras escolares y actualizar equipos de red.
- Asignación de $100,000 para el proyecto de Acceso Principal al Alcantarillado Cross Country
- Asignación de $45,671 para el programa de Gestión de Tanques de Agua
- Adición de $200,000 a la Reserva de Capital de Emergencia del Sistema de Distribución de Agua
- Total de $691,188 para Chromebooks y computadoras de escritorio escolares (Vivacity Technology, Dell, Apple)
- Participación de $111,176.50 de la Junta de Educación para la actualización del equipo de red Meraki (Total Communications, Inc.)
Personnel Review Board
La reunión regular programada para el 18 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La junta se reunirá nuevamente el 16 de julio de 2026.
Shellfish Commission
La Comisión de Mariscos considerará autorizar al presidente a firmar una presentación previa de solicitud de licencia LWRD para 163 Oswegatchie Road. También discutirán renovaciones de arrendamientos y el arrendamiento de Bay Point con el abogado municipal, incluyendo una estrategia de arrendamiento versus licencia.
- Votar para autorizar la firma de la solicitud de licencia LWRD para 163 Oswegatchie Road
- Discusión con el abogado municipal sobre renovaciones de arrendamientos y estrategia de arrendamiento versus licencia
- Discusión sobre los próximos pasos para el arrendamiento de Bay Point
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
Esta reunión consiste en una sesión del comité permanente para discutir asuntos legislativos y administrativos. La agenda incluye la revisión de los elementos actuales del comité y la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Review of Legislation and Administration agenda
Flood & Erosion Control Board
El Flood and Erosion Control Board celebrará una reunión regular para discutir un nuevo Climate Change Risk Vulnerability, Risk Assessment and Adaptation Study. La junta también revisará planes, manejará correspondencia, autorizará el pago de facturas y aprobará las actas de la reunión del 18 de mayo de 2026.
- Climate Change Risk Vulnerability, Risk Assessment and Adaptation Study – discusión
- Revisión de planes
- Pago de facturas (sin monto especificado)
- Aprobación de las actas del 18 de mayo de 2026
Conservation Commission
La reunión regular de la Conservation Commission programada para el 11 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión está programada para el 25 de junio de 2026.
Economic Development Commission
La comisión discutirá el CT Women’s Business Development Council y reconsiderará la propuesta de un puesto de enlace comunitario a tiempo parcial.
- Discusión sobre el CT Women’s Business Development Council
- Discusión sobre un enlace comunitario a tiempo parcial de la EDC
Board of Finance
La Junta de Finanzas revisa el informe de estado del proyecto de capital del segundo trimestre del año fiscal 2026, que cubre muchos proyectos en curso, incluyendo seguridad escolar, construcción de estaciones de bomberos y mejoras de alcantarillado. Se presentan numerosas actualizaciones de proyectos y estados presupuestarios.
- Nuevo proyecto de construcción de la estación de bomberos de Oswegatchie: $13,319,471
- Conversión al Sistema de Radio Estatal: $4,600,000
- Proyecto de seguridad escolar: $2,082,900
- Reemplazo del enfriador de la Escuela Intermedia Clark Lane: $951,340
- Pavimentación en Old Norwich Road: $1,053,000
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
El Comité Permanente de Finanzas, Salarios y Personal aprobó una recomendación para implementar un aumento salarial del 1.5% para los funcionarios electos asalariados que cumplen mandatos de cuatro años, efectivo dos años después de su mandato. El comité también aprobó las actas de la reunión del 14 de abril y discutió la revisión de la Ordenanza 3.17 de Gestión de Flotas.
- Aprobación de las actas del comité del 14 de abril
- Recomendación para aprobar el calendario de aumento salarial del 1.5%
- Revisión de la Ordenanza 3.17 de Gestión de Flotas
- Discusión sobre el Programa Piloto del Proceso de Aprobación del CIP
- Corrección de errores tipográficos en el documento de recomendación
Planning & Zoning Commission
La reunión regular del Planning and Zoning Commission del 9 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada.
Design Review Board
La reunión regular del 9 de junio de 2026 del Waterford Design Review Board ha sido cancelada. No se discutirán temas.
Board of Police Commissioners
La junta escuchará la opinión pública, aceptará actas y recibirá correspondencia. Se presentará un premio por salvar vidas al Oficial Stephen Colkos. Se revisará el informe de la comisión de tránsito sobre el estudio de velocidad de Oswegatchie Road y otras medidas de control de tráfico. Se presentarán informes mensuales de K9, juventud, investigaciones, entrenamiento, apoyo, patrulla, control animal y participación comunitaria.
- Presentación del Premio por Salvar Vidas al Oficial Stephen Colkos
- Revisión del estudio de velocidad en Oswegatchie Rd cerca de Josan Dr (velocidades promedio en o por debajo del límite de 30 mph)
- Reconocimiento de una carta de agradecimiento del Jefe de Policía de New London por el apoyo de múltiples agencias
- Actualizaciones de señales de tránsito: señales de alto intermitentes rojas para Spithead Road en Daniels Ave
- Informes departamentales mensuales para mayo de 2026
Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee
El Building Committee discutirá el estado del permiso de construcción y revisará el informe mensual de construcción de Downes Construction. El cuerpo también considerará un nuevo procedimiento para aprobar órdenes de cambio de construcción y revisará el sistema de alerta de la estación.
- Revisión de la factura de $31,992.99 de Total Communications, Inc. por hardware de red y teléfonos IP
- Proceso de aprobación de órdenes de cambio propuesto: aprobación del subcomité para artículos de hasta $100,000
- Revisión de la propuesta de $27,850 de Burton & Loguidi para manejo y pruebas de suelos
- Actualización del estado del permiso de construcción actualmente bajo revisión por el municipio
- Revisión y aprobación del Station Alert System
The committee approved a $31,992.99 invoice from Total Communications for a station alert system and adopted a change order review sub-committee procedure for construction changes up to $100,000. They also approved the May 21 meeting minutes and received updates on the building permit review and groundbreaking ceremony.
- Approved $31,992.99 station alert system invoice (unanimous)
- Adopted change order sub-committee procedure for changes up to $100K
- Approved May 21 meeting minutes
- Noted building permit under review
- Acknowledged groundbreaking ceremony held May 28
Zoning Board of Appeals
Este aviso es un texto estándar de procedimiento que confirma que la reunión del 3 de junio de 2026 de la Zoning Board of Appeals ha sido cancelada. No se discutirán asuntos oficiales, audiencias ni puntos del orden del día. Los residentes deben consultar el sitio web del municipio para conocer futuras actualizaciones de programación.
Harbor Management Commission
La Comisión de Gestión del Puerto revisará una solicitud de licencia para una nueva rampa, muelle y flotador en 163 Oswegatchie Road. También recibirán actualizaciones sobre el Plan de Gestión del Puerto enmendado, las solicitudes de amarre de 2026 y una solicitud revisada de Contratista de Amarre.
- Revisar la solicitud de licencia LWRD de Docko, Inc. para rampa/muelle/flotador en 163 Oswegatchie Road
- Actualización sobre la aprobación del Abogado Municipal y del Estado del Plan de Gestión del Puerto enmendado y mapas
- Actualización sobre las solicitudes de amarre y postes de polea de 2026
- Actualización sobre la solicitud revisada de Contratista de Amarre para la Comisión
Shellfish Commission
La Comisión de Mariscos discutirá un posible arrendamiento de fondos marinos para la cría comercial de ostras y revisará un plan propuesto. También considerarán una consulta previa a la presentación para una nueva rampa, muelle y flotador en 163 Oswegatchie Road. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen el informe del tesorero, el monitoreo mensual y actualizaciones sobre el plan de gestión de mariscos y las ventas de permisos recreativos.
- Discusión sobre arrendamiento de fondos marinos para la cría comercial de ostras (Josh Bakoulis)
- Consulta previa a la presentación para nueva rampa, muelle y flotador en 163 Oswegatchie Road (Gordon Cooke, ingeniero Tim DeBartolomeo)
- Revisión del informe mensual del tesorero con gastos e ingresos
- Actualizaciones sobre ventas de permisos recreativos en línea y puntos de publicidad
- Informe de progreso sobre el plan de gestión de mariscos y disponibilidad de repoblación para 2026
Board of Selectmen
La Junta de Selectmen se reunirá para considerar y actuar sobre varios asuntos financieros, incluyendo la adjudicación de un contrato de $110,100 para reemplazar servicios de agua de plástico por cobre en las carreteras del Distrito 2, cancelar $300 en facturas pendientes y aprobar una transferencia de $109,437 para compensación laboral y beneficios para jubilados. También discutirán la factura de tarifas y la orden de impuestos para la Lista General de 2025.
- Adjudicar la licitación a B&W Paving & Landscaping LLC para el reemplazo del servicio de agua ($110,100)
- Cancelar $300 en facturas (Connecticut Street Warriors, D-Core Construction, Dominion Nuclear Connecticut)
- Transferir $109,437 para compensación laboral y beneficios para jubilados
- Factura de Tarifas y Orden de Impuestos para la Lista General de 2025
- Período de comentarios públicos
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
La agenda solo enumera documentos y correspondencia sin ordenanzas, reclasificaciones o contratos específicos. La reunión parece ser de procedimiento. No se registran audiencias públicas ni decisiones.
The RTM voted 21-4 to return the proposed salary schedule for elected officials to the Finance, Wage and Personnel Standing Committee for further review after lengthy debate and an amendment attempt. The body also unanimously approved referrals of sewer rate study and beach fees to appropriate committees, and appointed Rich Gonyo to the Long-Range Fiscal Planning Committee.
- Returned salary schedule for elected officials to committee (21-4)
- Referred sewer rate study to Public Works, Planning and Development Committee (unanimous)
- Referred review of beach fees to Public Health, Recreation and Environment Committee (unanimous)
- Appointed Rich Gonyo to Long-Range Fiscal Planning Committee (unanimous)
Conservation Commission
La reunión ordinaria del 28 de mayo de 2026 de la Comisión de Conservación de Waterford ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión está programada para el 11 de junio de 2026. No se tomarán decisiones ni se llevarán a cabo discusiones en esta reunión cancelada.
Board of Finance
The Waterford Board of Finance will establish the tax rate for fiscal year 2027 based on the approved budget. They will also consider numerous budget transfers and appropriations, including over $106,000 for police employee payout and $93,000 for public works. Several requests require forwarding to the Representative Town Meeting.
- Set tax rate for FY2027
- $106,632 appropriation for police employee payout
- $93,869 transfer within public works budget
- $20,483 transfer for fire services overtime
- $20,000 transfer for recreation & parks maintenance
Utility Commission
The Waterford Utility Commission holds its annual meeting to elect a chairperson and secretary, approve May special meeting minutes, and hear a presentation on commission-controlled funds from the town treasurer. Members will also review monthly expenditures, financial and collections reports, discuss a Pioneer-Sewer AI update, and consider updates to the policy manual section on bylaws. New business includes results from the FY26 plastic water service replacement bid process.
- Election of chairperson and secretary
- Presentation by Town Treasurer on utility commission controlled funds
- FY26 plastic water service replacement bid results
- Pioneer-Sewer AI update
- Policy manual update to Section 9000 - Bylaws
The Utility Commission unanimously approved the FY27 budget as presented. They also unanimously recommended awarding the FY26 Plastic Water Service Replacement bid to B&W Paving & Landscaping LLC. Ken Kirkman and Ray Valentini were re-elected as Chairman and Secretary respectively. The May bill list was approved unanimously, and the Special Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2026 were approved 4-1.
- Re-elected Ken Kirkman as Chairman (unanimous)
- Re-elected Ray Valentini as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved Special Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2026 (4-1-0)
- Approved May 2026 bill list (unanimous)
- Recommended awarding FY26 plastic water service replacement contract to B&W Paving & Landscaping LLC (unanimous)
- Approved FY27 Budget as presented (unanimous)
Senior Citizens Commission
This is a routine monthly meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The commission will hear committee reports on budgeting, nominations, endowment, transportation, and policies, along with a director's report and public comment. The only action items are approval of previous minutes and possible new business.
- Budget committee report from Anne Darling, Marilyn Lusher, Susan Marelli
- Nomination committee report from Anne Darling, Cathy Gonyo, Dina Lopes
- Endowment/Planned Giving Sub-Committee report
- Transportation Sub-Committee report from Cathy Gonyo, Rick Beaney, Dina Lopes
- Policies Ad Hoc Committee report from Marilyn Lusher, Dina Lopes, Dan Rissi
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026, has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business will be conducted.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The May 26, 2026 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.
Design Review Board
The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for May 26, 2026, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.
Personnel Review Board
The Personnel Review Board will discuss and potentially approve a job description for an Assessor's Assistant in the Assessor's Office. They will also review meeting minutes from November 2025 and take public comment.
- Job description for Assessor's Assistant (Assessor's Office)
Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee
The Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee will review and approve meeting minutes, authorize invoice payments, and discuss the building permit status. They will also review the construction schedule and consider a straw-man process for change orders.
- Review and approve May 7 meeting minutes
- Invoice payments approval
- Building permit update
- Construction schedule review
- Change order process straw man discussion
The committee approved payments totaling $113,921 for Downes Construction invoices ($26,464), Chicago Title Insurance ($33,060), and A. Secondino & Son ($54,397). A $13,041 Total Communications invoice was tabled pending architect review. The committee also discussed building permit status and recommended a subcommittee to handle change orders.
- Approved meeting minutes of 4/16/26 (unanimous)
- Tabled $13,041 Total Communications invoice pending architect review (unanimous)
- Approved three Downes Construction invoices totaling $26,464 (unanimous)
- Approved $33,060 Chicago Title Insurance invoice (unanimous)
- Approved $54,397 payment to A. Secondino & Son, with retainage to be added (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider and act on several FY26 budget transfers across departments, including $20,000 for streetlight repairs and $20,000 for recreation maintenance. They will also decide on surplussing a 2012 International WorkStar truck and authorizing the sale of town-owned property at 207 Boston Post Road. Additionally, they will approve the destruction of a police rifle.
- Sale of 207 Boston Post Road to Lourdes Etienne Riviere for $85,000
- Surplus of 2012 International WorkStar 7400 (Fleet H-35) via GovDeals auction
- FY26 in-series transfer of $20,000 for streetlight repairs
- FY26 out-of-series transfer of $20,000 for Recreation and Parks property maintenance
- Surrender and destruction of Colt Law Enforcement Carbine Rifle (Serial #LE036371) to Connecticut State Police
The Board of Selectmen approved the sale of town-owned property at 207 Boston Post Road (aka 1 Tiffany Avenue) to Lourdes Etienne Riviere for $85,000, with the first selectman authorized to sign the quit claim deed. The board also approved numerous FY26 budget transfers and surplus declarations, including a $20,000 transfer for streetlight repairs, and surplus of a 2012 International WorkStar truck via GovDeals auction with a 2-1 vote. Several other in-series and out-of-series transfers for library, seniors, planning, building, recreation, police, and fire departments were approved unanimously, along with tax refund of $11,547.81 and prior meeting minutes.
- Approved sale of 207 Boston Post Road for $85,000 (3-0)
- Approved surplus of 2012 International WorkStar truck via GovDeals (2-1)
- Approved $20,000 in-series transfer for streetlight repairs (3-0)
- Approved $4,000 out-of-series transfer for loader tires (3-0)
- Approved $2,500 in-series transfer for library PT substitute wages (3-0)
- Approved $3,070 out-of-series transfer for seniors program expenses (3-0)
- Approved $600 additional appropriation for town clerk advertising (3-0)
- Approved $11,547.81 tax refund (3-0)
Flood & Erosion Control Board
This is a regular meeting with only procedural agenda items: call to order, new and old business, plans review, correspondence, payment of bills, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting. No specific decisions or discussions are listed.
Ad Hoc Fleet Management Committee
The Fleet Management Committee will consider a request from the Recreation and Parks Director to approve an additional $4,040 price variance for the replacement of fleet asset P74. The variance would allow the purchase of a Ventrac utility tractor instead of the originally ordered Toro SandPro, providing year-round functionality. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Request for $4,040 price variance to switch from Toro SandPro to Ventrac utility tractor for fleet asset P74
- Quoted cost for Ventrac with attachments: $41,490.08 vs Toro SandPro: $37,450.50
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 meeting
The committee approved minutes from April 21, 2026. They also approved a request from the Director of Recreation and Parks for an additional $4,040 price variance to replace vehicle P74.
- Approved minutes from April 21, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved $4,040 price variance for P74 replacement (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting to discuss its policies and procedures. No public hearings or decisions on specific properties are scheduled.
- Discussion on ZBA Policies and Procedures
The meeting consisted solely of a discussion on ZBA policies and procedures led by the Town Land Use Attorney. No applications were reviewed or decisions made. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 5-0 vote.
Conservation Commission
The Waterford Conservation Commission will review Application C-26-03 for 156 Butlertown Road, including a draft permit and staff review. They will also address a Notice of Violation for Permit C-24-11 at 22A Avery Lane. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Application C-26-03 for 156 Butlertown Road
- Draft permit and staff review for C-26-03
- Violation notice for Permit C-24-11 at 22A Avery Lane
- Approval of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes
The Commission approved a permit for Owen & Gayle O'Neill to replace the house, garage, septic, and well at 156 Butlertown Road. They also addressed a wetland permit violation at 22A Avery Lane, requiring the owner to mark boundaries and submit a restoration plan within 30 days. Additionally, the Commission voted to hire a surveyor to mark the conservation easement boundary at 12 Perkins Farm Road and install posts with signs to prevent further unauthorized mowing.
- Approved permit C-26-03 for residential construction at 156 Butlertown Road (5-0-1, Maidelis abstaining)
- Approved corrective actions for violation at 22A Avery Lane: mark non-encroachment boundary and submit restoration plan within 30 days
- Hired surveyor to mark conservation easement boundary at 12 Perkins Farm Road and install 5 posts with signs along eastern and southern boundaries (6-0)
- Approved April 23, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-1, Maidelis abstaining)
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Representative Town Meeting will review and possibly act on the FY27 town budget, including department budgets for police, fire, library, and IT. They will also consider the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and transfers to capital and non-recurring expenditure funds.
- Review of FY27 budget for Police, Fire, Library, IT, Legal, Emergency, and Finance departments
- Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement Plan by department
- Consideration of transfers to capital and non-recurring expenditure funds for FY27
- Examination of tax and Board of Finance documents
- Review of additional correspondence and backup materials
The Representative Town Meeting approved the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget totaling $115,364,670, comprising $52,724,041 for town operations, capital, and debt service, and $62,640,629 for the Board of Education. All departmental budgets passed with near-unanimous or unanimous votes after four nights of public hearings and presentations.
- Approved General Government Operations budget $40,619,584 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Capital and Debt Service budget $12,104,457 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Town Budget $52,724,041 (unanimous)
- Approved Board of Education budget $62,640,629 (20-0-3)
- Approved Police Commission budget $7,307,124 (unanimous)
- Approved Fire Services budget $4,345,218 (21-0-1)
- Approved Recreation & Parks budget $1,608,405 (20-0-2)
- Approved Public Works budget $5,312,218 (unanimous)
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Representative Town Meeting held a special election to fill two vacancies in District 4. After receiving candidate slates from both party committees, members voted unanimously to elect Brianna Hogarty and Rich Gonyo.
- Elected Brianna Hogarty and Rich Gonyo to fill RTM District 4 vacancies (unanimous)
Economic Development Commission
The May 13, 2026 regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a regulation amendment to modify building height limits (PL-26-7). They will also review site plan applications for properties at 131 Boston Post Road (PL-26-9) and 1018 Hartford Turnpike (PL-26-10). Public hearings may be held on these items.
- Regulation amendment to change building height standards (PL-26-7)
- Application at 131 Boston Post Road (PL-26-9)
- Application at 1018 Hartford Turnpike (PL-26-10)
The Commission approved a zoning regulation amendment increasing the maximum building height in Village Residential districts from 20 to 25 feet, effective June 5, 2026. Also approved a special permit for Aikido New London County to operate a private educational institution at 131 Boston Post Road and a modified site plan for a 1,900 sq ft storage addition at 1018 Hartford Turnpike. All votes were unanimous 5-0.
- Approved zoning regulation amendment increasing VR building height to 25 ft (5-0)
- Approved special permit for Aikido school at 131 Boston Post Rd (5-0)
- Approved modified site plan for Yost storage addition at 1018 Hartford Tpke (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 7, 2026 meeting (5-0)
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve several financial requests, including an additional $3,000 for Meeting Room A/V replacement and $1,000 for the annual Staff Appreciation Dinner. Other agenda items include closing the library on July 3-4, postponing the annual meeting to July 28, and re-approving blanket permission for town budget transfer requests.
- Director requests $3,000 for Meeting Room A/V Replacement
- Director requests $1,000 for Staff Appreciation Dinner
- Close library on Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4
- Postpone annual meeting from July 14 to July 28
- Re-approval of blanket board permission for Town budget transfer requests
The board unanimously approved reauthorizing the library director to request town budget transfers without prior board approval, with reporting at the next meeting. They also approved closing the library on July 3-4, postponed the annual meeting to July 28, and tabled funding requests for AV replacement and a staff appreciation dinner. A motion to encumber funds for books with pre-July 1 publication dates passed unanimously. The HVAC project is nearly complete and fundraising net is down from last year.
- Approved reauthorizing director to request budget transfers without board approval (unanimous)
- Approved library closure on July 3-4 (unanimous)
- Postponed annual meeting to July 28 (unanimous)
- Tabled $3,000 Meeting Room AV replacement request
- Tabled $1,000 Staff Appreciation Dinner request
- Approved encumbering funds for books with pre-July 1 publication dates (unanimous)
Historic Properties Commission
The Waterford Historic Properties Commission will discuss ongoing maintenance of historic properties, including Nevins Cottage and the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, as well as cemetery matters. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and appointment of alternates.
- Ongoing maintenance of historic properties
- Discussion of Nevins Cottage
- Update on Eugene O'Neill Theater Center
- Cemeteries review
- Approval of March 2026 minutes
Design Review Board
The regular May 12, 2026 meeting of the Design Review Board has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Representative Town Meeting is reviewing the town budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This is the third day of budget discussions, examining backup documents from multiple departments.
- Review of ZBA budget
- Review of EDC budget
- Review of Planning & Zoning budget
- Review of Parks & Recreation budget
- Review of Public Works budget
The Representative Town Meeting approved the FY2026-2027 General Fund Budget totaling $115,364,670, which includes $52,724,041 for general government, capital and debt service, and $62,640,629 for the Board of Education. All motions for the final budget totals passed unanimously. Individual department budgets were approved over the course of four meeting nights, with some line items drawing dissenting votes or abstentions.
- Approved total town budget $52,724,041 (unanimous)
- Approved Board of Education budget $62,640,629 (20-0-3)
- Approved Retirement Commission budget $6,112,411 (20-3-0)
- Approved Representative Town Meeting budget $17,802 (20-3-0)
- Approved Police Commission budget $7,307,124 (unanimous)
- Approved Public Works budget $5,312,218 (unanimous)
- Approved Conservation of Health budget $160,368 (25-0-1)
- Approved deb service $7,922,996 (unanimous)
Board of Police Commissioners
The Waterford Board of Police Commissioners will discuss a traffic sign request from Cross Road Presbyterian Church to address sight line issues. They will also consider nominations for the police commission for the term starting June 1, 2026, and discuss the Police Commissioner Association.
- Discussion of Cross Road Presbyterian Church traffic sign request
- Police Commission nominations for term starting June 1, 2026
- Old business: Police Commissioner Association information discussion
- Review of monthly reports (K9, youth, investigative services, training, support services, patrol, animal control, community engagement)
- Public input and acceptance of April 13, 2026 minutes
The Board unanimously approved a 'Blind Drive' sign for southbound traffic on Cross Road. They accepted April reports and the prior meeting minutes (with one abstention). The Board declined to pursue membership in the Police Commissioner Association and nominated officers for the next term.
- Approved 'Blind Drive' sign for Cross Road southbound traffic (unanimous)
- Accepted April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (Gamble abstained)
- Rejected Police Commissioner Association membership
- Accepted nominations: Sheridan as Chair, Gamble as Vice-Chair, Dimmock as Secretary (unanimous)
Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee
The Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee will review the construction schedule, discuss the change order process with potential action, and revisit signage options tabled from the last meeting. They will also consider correspondence on material testing bids and a building permit.
- Review of construction schedule and building permit
- Change order process discussion and potential action
- Signage options (tabled from last meeting)
- Correspondence on material testing bids (low bid $32,101 from Special Testing Laboratories)
- Invoice payments from previous meeting ($5,250, $6,070, $1,611.50, $13,000)
The committee voted unanimously to reconsider a previous motion and then approved designing a traffic signal system for the new fire station. They also authorized negotiations with Special Testing Labs for material testing services and approved several invoices. A change order sub-committee was discussed but no formal action taken.
- Approved minutes of 4/16/26 (unanimous)
- Authorized negotiations with Special Testing Labs for material testing (unanimous)
- Approved $459.24 payment to The Day (unanimous)
- Approved $6,460 payment to SPA (unanimous)
- Approved $1,499.50 payment to N. Kepple Law (unanimous)
- Reconsidered previous motion on traffic light (unanimous)
- Approved designing traffic signal system (unanimous)
- Requested cost details for signs while designing traffic light (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The May 6, 2026 regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Representative Town Meeting is continuing its budget review for the upcoming fiscal year. They will examine backup documents for multiple departments including ethics, human resources, senior services, and others. This is a procedural step in the budget approval process.
- Review of Ethics Commission budget
- Review of Human Resources budget
- Review of Senior Services budget
- Review of Assessor's Office budget
- Review of Town Clerk budget
The Representative Town Meeting approved the FY2026-27 General Fund Budget totaling $115,364,670, which includes $52,724,041 for town operations, capital, and debt, and $62,640,629 for the Board of Education. All budget items were approved with majorities ranging from unanimous to split votes, with some abstentions. The final motions for both the total town budget and the Board of Education budget passed unanimously and 20-0-3, respectively.
- Approved General Government Operations Budget $40,619,584 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Capital & Debt Service Budget $12,104,457 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Town Budget $52,724,041 (unanimous)
- Approved Board of Education Budget $62,640,629 (20-0-3)
- Approved all department budgets as presented over four meeting nights
- Approved Retirement Commission $6,112,411 (20-3-0)
- Approved RTM budget $17,802 (20-3-0)
- Approved Social Services Grants $122,825 (unanimous)
Harbor Management Commission
The Harbor Management Commission will review a state determination regarding dredging and fill for dock restoration. The body will also provide updates on the amended Harbor Management Plan and 2026 mooring applications.
- Dock restoration application No. 202506719-SDF at 54 Shore Road
- Appointment of Mathew Keatley to the Commission
- Status of amended Harbor Management Plan and maps
- 2026 mooring and pulley pole application updates
- Correspondence regarding FIFA World Cup/Amtrac
Utility Commission
The Utility Commission will receive an update on the sewer rate study, evaluate bids for odor/corrosion control chemicals and on-call contractors for minor repairs, and consider a proposal for infiltration/inflow analysis. They will also enter executive session to discuss strategy for a new interlocal water agreement with New London/Veolia.
- Sewer Rate Study Presentation and Update
- Evaluation of bids for Odor and Corrosion Control Chemicals
- Evaluation of bids for On-Call Contractor(s) for minor repairs to town infrastructure
- Proposal for Infiltration and Inflow Analysis by Arcadis
- Executive session to discuss strategy and negotiations for new Interlocal Water Agreement
The Utility Commission reached consensus to move forward with a sewer use rate increase after a presentation by Raftelis. The Commission also authorized the Town Attorney to pursue delinquent accounts via breach of contract suits in Superior Court, and awarded contracts for odor control chemicals and on-call contractors. Several administrative items were approved, including minutes, billing adjustments, and expenditures.
- Approved minutes of March 24, 2026 (3-1)
- Approved special minutes of April 14, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved March and April 2026 bill lists (unanimous)
- Authorized Town Attorney to sue delinquent accounts for breach of contract (unanimous)
- Awarded odor and corrosion control chemicals contract to Evoqua (unanimous)
- Awarded on-call contractors to B&W Paving, Prime Electric, Deedy Construction, P&H Construction (unanimous)
- Commission consensus to pursue sewer rate increase
- Tabled Pioneer-Sewer AI Update and Policy Manual Update
Shellfish Commission
The commission will discuss potentially leasing bottom land for commercial oyster farming and review a pre-submission consultation for a Naval Submarine Base project. They will also approve minutes, hear treasurer's report, and get updates on permits, restocking, and management plan.
- Discussion on leasing bottom land for commercial oyster farming
- Review of LWRD license pre-submission for Naval Submarine Base Pier 8 replacement
- Approval of April 7, 2026 meeting minutes
- Treasurer's report including budget and revenue updates
- Updates on online recreational permit sales and 2026 restock
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider awarding a multi-vendor contract for guardrails, milling, paving, line striping, and catch basin cleaning on several town roads. They will also vote on multiple budget transfers totaling over $150,000, including $93,869 for snow removal and sidewalk design, and consider granting an easement to Fix It LLC in exchange for releasing a right-of-way through Sandy Hollow Park. Other actions include declaring two fire apparatus and two public works vehicles as surplus, and extending a generator maintenance contract.
- Award road construction contract for guardrails, milling, paving, line striping, and catch basin cleaning on District 2/3 Eversource and Town roads
- Grant easement to Fix It LLC over Sandy Hollow Road property in exchange for releasing right-of-way through Sandy Hollow Park
- Declare surplus and sell 2016 E-One pumper and 2010 Ferrara heavy rescue fire apparatus
- Transfer $93,869 for snow removal help and sidewalk design/bidding costs
- Extend generator maintenance contract with A&J Generator LLC for $41,685
The Board approved a multi-vendor contract for guardrails, milling, paving, line striping, and catch basin cleaning on District 2-4 roads via cooperative purchasing. Also approved an easement exchange with Fix It LLC for land off Sandy Hollow Road. Several FY26 budget transfers were passed, including a $93,869 out-of-series transfer for snow removal and sidewalks. Two items passed 2-1: an additional appropriation for GASB 87 leases and an insurance transfer for long-term disability changes.
- Awarded road construction contract to multiple vendors for Districts 2-4 (3-0)
- Granted easement to Fix It LLC in exchange for releasing right-of-way (3-0)
- Approved $844.37 write-off for retiree balances (3-0)
- Approved $1,850 IT in-series transfer for raises (3-0)
- Approved $1,415 library in-series transfer for HRA payout (3-0)
- Approved $100 library out-of-series transfer for postal rate increase (3-0)
- Declared surplus two fire apparatus and two public works vehicles (3-0)
- Approved $3,268 additional appropriation for GASB 87 leases (2-1)
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
This agenda consists primarily of procedural document reviews for Day 1 of the Representative Town Meeting session. The body will examine backup files related to the Board of Finance-approved budget, focusing on conservation health, public health, and social services. No specific line items or dollar amounts are detailed in this notice.
- Review of Board of Finance-approved final town budget (approved April 27)
- Backup documents for conservation health and public health funding
- Social services department budget review
- Correspondence from Selectman Studer dated May 4
The Representative Town Meeting held a multi-day annual budget meeting and approved the General Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027. The budget included a $40.6M General Government Operations, $12.1M Capital and Debt Service, and $62.6M Board of Education budget. All department budgets were approved individually, with some non-unanimous votes on Retirement Commission and RTM budgets.
- Approved General Government Operations $40,619,584 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Capital and Debt Service $12,104,457 (unanimous)
- Approved Total Town Budget $52,724,041 (unanimous)
- Approved Board of Education Budget $62,640,629 (20-0-3)
- Approved Social Services Grants $122,825 (unanimous)
- Approved Police Commission $7,307,124 (unanimous)
- Approved Retirement Commission $6,112,411 (20-3-0)
- Approved RTM Budget $17,802 (20-3-0)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 24, hear public comments, and receive staff and committee reports. New business includes approval of in/out of series transfers.
- Approval of March 24, 2026 meeting minutes
- Correspondence from Tom Thurlow (BOE) regarding Game On Shooting Challenge
- In/Out of Series Transfer approvals under new business
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission will consider two new applications: C-26-03 for 156 Butler Town Road and C-26-04 for 9 Locust Court. They will also discuss maintenance of the Perkins Farm Road Conservation Easement and consider correspondence regarding 12 Perkins Farm Road.
- New application C-26-03 at 156 Butler Town Road
- New application C-26-04 at 9 Locust Court
- Perkins Farm Road Conservation Easement maintenance request
- Correspondence re 12 Perkins Farm Road
The Commission approved a permit to remove invasive knotweed at 9 Locust Court (5-0). They denied without prejudice a request by the Guettis to maintain a portion of the Perkins Farm Road conservation easement, as it was inconsistent with the easement's natural state intent. The Commission also received applications for residential construction at 156 Butlertown Road and for the invasive removal.
- Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Section 4.1 permit to remove invasive vegetation at 9 Locust Court (5-0)
- Denied without prejudice the Perkins Farm Road conservation easement maintenance plan (4-0-1, Muckle abstaining)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The April 21, 2026 regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
Design Review Board
The April 21, 2026 regular meeting of the Waterford Design Review Board has been cancelled, so no decisions or discussions will occur.
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider multiple FY26 budget transfers and a contract award. Key items include a $200,000 in-series transfer for the police chief's salary, a $106,632 additional appropriation for police employee payout, and a $222,810 contract to MidConn Construction for handicap access sidewalk improvements at the Public Safety Complex. Several smaller transfers for fire services, senior services, and emergency management are also on the agenda.
- Award $222,810 contract to MidConn Construction for Public Safety Complex handicap access sidewalk improvements
- Approve $200,000 in-series transfer for police chief salary increase and overtime from storms/events
- Approve $106,632 additional appropriation for police department employee payout (to BOF)
- Approve $16,100 in-series transfer for additional Fire Services staff
- Approve $20,483 out-of-series transfer for full-time Firefighter (to BOF)
The Board approved all nine budget transfers and a construction bid, including $200,000 for police salary adjustments and $222,810 for parking lot repairs. Also approved a tax refund and prior meeting minutes. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved $6,500 emergency management phone transfer (3-0)
- Approved $1,100 senior van tire transfer (3-0)
- Approved $1,000 senior van DMV repairs transfer (3-0)
- Approved $106,632 police employee payout appropriation (3-0)
- Approved $10,000 police phone service transfer (3-0)
- Approved $200,000 police salary & overtime transfer (3-0)
- Approved $3,000 police repair transfer (3-0)
- Approved $16,100 fire staff transfer (3-0)
Ad Hoc Fleet Management Committee
The Ad Hoc Fleet Management Committee will meet on April 21, 2026, to consider a request from Fire Services Director Chris Haley for $50,000 to rebuild the engine of fire engine W-11. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes one substantive item beyond procedural actions.
- Request $50,000 to rebuild W-11 fire engine (estimated quote $49,925.29)
- Approval of January 22, 2026 meeting minutes
The Fleet Ad Hoc Committee unanimously approved $50,000 to rebuild W-11's engine. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting.
- Approved minutes from Jan 22, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 to rebuild W-11's engine (unanimous)
Flood & Erosion Control Board
The Flood and Erosion Control Board is holding a regular meeting with only standard procedural items listed: new and old business, plans review, correspondence, payment of bills, and approval of previous minutes. No specific projects, contracts, or decisions are mentioned in the agenda.
Personnel Review Board
The April 16, 2026 regular meeting of the Waterford Personnel Review Board has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is on May 21, 2026. No other items were discussed.
Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee
The Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee will review the construction schedule and discuss action on installing a traffic light or signage near the new station. They will also consider groundbreaking plans and the change order process. Public comment will be taken.
- Discussion and possible action on traffic light or signage for new station
- Review of construction schedule
- Groundbreaking plans discussion
- Change order process discussion and action
- Invoice payments
The committee voted 3-3 against referring an overhead emergency traffic signal to the Local Traffic Authority, effectively killing that option. A subsequent motion to table the sign option until next meeting passed (5-0-1). Four invoices for professional services and bond fees were approved unanimously. Construction contract with Secondino has been executed; building permit review is underway.
- Motion to refer overhead emergency signal to LTA failed (3-3)
- Motion to table sign option until next meeting approved (5-0-1)
- Approved $5,250 invoice to US Bank for bond acceptance fees (unanimous)
- Approved $6,070 invoice to Silver Petrucelli & Associates for engineering (unanimous)
- Approved $1,611.50 invoice to N Kepple Law LLC for legal services (unanimous)
- Approved $13,000 invoice to Munistat Services for 2026 bond issuance (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from 3/19/26 (unanimous)
Utility Commission
The Waterford Utility Commission will hold a special meeting, including an executive session with the town attorney, to discuss strategy and negotiations for a new Interlocal Water Agreement. Citizens comment will be heard before the closed session.
- Executive session to discuss strategy and negotiations for new Interlocal Water Agreement
The Waterford Utility Commission met and discussed the Interlocal Water Agreement Strategy and Negotiations, but took no votes or actions. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions.
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Finance, Wage, & Personnel Committee will review and possibly act on three long-standing items: Ordinance 3.17 on fleet management, a pilot program for capital improvement project approval, and salaries of elected officials. The salaries issue has been discussed previously, with a spreadsheet on health insurance premiums and a plan to clarify raise timing. The committee may make final recommendations.
- Review of Ordinance 3.17 Fleet Management (RTC 8/4/25)
- CIP Approval Process Pilot Program (RTC 6/2/25)
- Salaries of Elected Officials (RTC 12/2/24) — includes health insurance premiums and raise eligibility after two years service
- Approval of March 24, 2026 meeting minutes
The Finance, Wage, & Personnel Committee unanimously approved a recommendation to establish a fixed 1.5% salary increase once per four-year term for salaried elected officials, with insurance opt-in provisions. The recommendation will be sent to the full RTM for approval. Two typos in the document were corrected before approval.
- Approved minutes of March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation document on salaries for elected officials (unanimous)
- Voted to report salary schedule out of committee for RTM approval (unanimous)
Board of Police Commissioners
The Board of Police Commissioners will discuss a traffic impact and safety assessment for the Daniels Avenue and Spithead Road intersection. They will also consider membership in the Police Commissioners Association and receive monthly reports from various police units. Approval of prior meeting minutes is on the agenda.
- Traffic Impact & Safety Assessment Report for Daniels Ave & Spithead Road
- Discussion on Police Commissioners Association membership
- Approval of March 9 and April 8 special meeting minutes (including promotions of Sgt Farrior to Lieutenant and Off. Bushwack to Sergeant)
The Board unanimously approved a traffic recommendation to install stop signs on Spithead Road at Daniels Avenue, creating a three-way stop with warning signage, to address sight distance and safety concerns ahead of the Friendship School opening in 2027. The Board also agreed to provide the RTM with biennial letters on ICE access data under the state Trust Act.
- Approved stop signs on Spithead Road at Daniels Avenue (unanimous)
- Agreed to provide RTM with ICE access data every six months for Trust Act compliance
- Accepted March 9 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted April 8 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received Traffic Report and assessment for Daniels/Spithead intersection
- Received K9, Youth, Investigative, Training, Support, Patrol, Animal Control, and Community Engagement reports for March
- Left Police Commissioner Association item on agenda for next meeting
Conservation Commission
The Waterford Conservation Commission will discuss and potentially decide on maintenance requests for the Perkins Farm Road Conservation Easement. Supporting documents are attached for review.
- Maintenance request for Perkins Farm Road Conservation Easement
The Conservation Commission was unable to conduct a meeting because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were discussed and no decisions were made.
Economic Development Commission
The April 8, 2026 regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
Board of Police Commissioners
The Police Commission will hold an executive session to discuss promotions, then consider and act upon the selection process for those promotions.
- Consider and act upon the selection process for police promotions
After an executive session to interview candidates, the Board unanimously approved two promotions: Sergeant Farrior to lieutenant and Officer Bushwack to sergeant, both effective April 12, 2026. The board also voted to keep the remaining officers on an active promotion list for one year.
- Promoted Sgt. A. Farrior to lieutenant, effective April 12, 2026 (unanimous)
- Promoted Off. Z. Bushwack to sergeant, effective April 12, 2026 (unanimous)
- Continued remaining officers on active promotion list for one year (unanimous)
Board of Finance
The Board of Finance will consider two financial transfers: a $28,000 appropriation from capital funds for Phase I of the state-mandated revaluation of the Millstone Nuclear Power Plant, and a $9,000 out-of-series transfer within the Fire Services budget for training, insurance, and equipment. The board will also approve minutes from multiple budget hearings and regular meetings.
- $28,000 appropriation for Millstone Nuclear Power Plant revaluation appraisal by Federal Appraisal LLC
- $9,000 out-of-series transfer within Fire Services for training, insurance, and equipment
- Approval of minutes from eight budget hearings (March 2–25, 2026) and March 11 regular meeting
- Receipt of periodic financial statements and status reports from Town Accountant
- Capital Improvement Plan statement by First Selectman Rob Brule
The Board approved a $28,000 transfer from CAP & NE funds to fund Phase I of property revaluation services, and a $9,000 out-of-series transfer within the Fire Services budget for protective clothing and equipment. Both items were forwarded to the Representative Town Meeting for final approval.
- Approved $28,000 transfer for revaluation services (7-0), forwarded to RTM
- Approved $9,000 out-of-series transfer within Fire Services (7-0), forwarded to RTM
Shellfish Commission
The Waterford Shellfish Commission will consider leasing bottom land for commercial oyster farming and discuss advertising and online sales for recreational permits. The meeting also covers the treasurer's report, a workshop on Alewife Cove, and updates on the Shellfish Management Plan.
- Discussion of potential bottom land lease for commercial oyster farming
- Treasurer's report with budget and revenue updates
- Workshop invitation on Alewife Cove issues
- Consideration of changing meeting time to 6:00 p.m.
- 2026 restock goals and Shellfish Management Plan update
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on two site plan applications: a development at 33 Kenyon Road and a site plan for Elite Auto Services at 17 Industrial Drive. They will also consider a 90-day extension for a subdivision at 97 Spithead Road.
- Public hearing on PL-26-8: 33 Kenyon Road development
- Public hearing on PL-26-6: 17 Industrial Drive site plan for Elite Auto Services
- Administrative review of PL-25-20: 90-day extension for subdivision at 97 Spithead Road
The Commission approved a modified site plan for Congregation Beth El to build a smaller synagogue at 33 Kenyon Road, moving the building closer to the road to reduce costs. The vote was 5-0 with conditions including EV infrastructure. Also approved a site plan for Elite Auto Services as a roadside assistance business office at 17 Industrial Drive (5-0), and granted a 90-day extension for subdivision mylars at 97 Spithead Road (5-0).
- Approved modified site plan for Congregation Beth El synagogue (5-0)
- Approved site plan for Elite Auto Services roadside assistance office (5-0)
- Approved 90-day extension for subdivision mylars at 97 Spithead Road (5-0)
Ethics Commission
The Waterford Ethics Commission will discuss formalizing its rules of procedure. The chair will provide a budget update and an update from the RTM Legislation and Administration Subcommittee. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.
- Discussion on formalizing rules of procedure
- Budget update from chair
- Update from RTM Legislation and Administration Subcommittee
- Approval of minutes of special meeting of January 6, 2026
The Ethics Commission seated alternates Paul Helvig and Sara Mallari (5-0-2) and approved the January 6, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-2). No substantive decisions were made; discussions focused on budget updates and ongoing ordinance review by the RTM subcommittee.
- Seated alternates Paul Helvig and Sara Mallari (5-0-2)
- Approved January 6, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
Design Review Board
The board will meet to review a site development application for the property at 33 Kenyon Road. The session will focus on architectural drawings, civil permits, and water quality computations.
- Review of architectural and civil drawings for 33 Kenyon Road
- Evaluation of water quality and retention volume computations
- Review of site lighting photometric calculation plan
The Design Review Board voted 5-0 to give a positive recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Congregation Beth El's site plan for a religious establishment. The board also approved the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes and requested a minor legend correction.
- Recommended site plan approval for religious establishment at 33 Kenyon Road (5-0)
- Approved February 24, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Directed applicant to correct light symbol legend on plan
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider several small budget transfers for the Recreation and Parks Department to cover training, permits, and snow removal overtime. The board will also vote on commission appointments and the disposal of a surplus trailer.
- Budget transfer of $1,500 for Ventrac training, pond permits, and new hire background checks
- Budget transfer of $1,230 for increased beach sticker costs
- Budget transfer of $2,500 for snow removal overtime
- Surplus disposal of a 1999 Parker Trailer (Asset #9204031596) via GovDeals auction
- Appointment of Matthew Keatley to the Shellfish Commission and Harbor Management Commission
The Board of Selectmen approved three in-series transfers for Recreation and Parks totaling $5,230, covering Ventrac training, beach stickers, and snow removal overtime. They authorized surplus disposal of a 1999 Parker trailer via GovDeals. Matthew Keatley was appointed to the Shellfish Commission and as an Alternate on the Harbor Management Commission. The consent agenda including a tax refund and prior meeting minutes was also approved.
- Approved $1,500 transfer for Ventrac training, pond permits, and new hire costs (3-0)
- Approved $1,230 transfer for increased beach stickers (3-0)
- Approved $2,500 transfer for snow removal overtime (3-0)
- Approved surplus disposal of 1999 Parker Trailer via GovDeals (3-0)
- Appointed Matthew Keatley to Shellfish Commission for term 1/6/2024-1/5/2028 (3-0)
- Appointed Matthew Keatley as Alternate on Harbor Management Commission with amended term 2/18/2026-2/17/2029 (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including tax refund and March 17, 2026 minutes (3-0)
Representative Town Meeting (RTM)
The Representative Town Meeting will consider reports from the Land and Administration Committee. Discussions include updates to town ordinances and the structure of the Police Commission.
- Proposal to increase Police Commission to seven members
- Review of Chapter 3.08 of town regulations
- Updates to Youth and Family Services Board and Senior Citizens ordinances
- Implementation of Public Act 22-3
- Ethics board letter of interest
The RTM unanimously approved amending the Waterford Code of Ordinances to raise the formal bid process threshold from $25,000 to $35,000, reflecting Public Act 25-92. John Scimone was appointed to the Ethics Commission (14-8) after Kevin Reardon's nomination failed (10-12). A proposed increase to nonresident beach pass fees failed after multiple votes. The RTM also authorized a request for biennial ICE access data from the Police Commission and made several appointments and no-action referrals.
- Approved ordinance amendment raising bid threshold to $35,000 (unanimous)
- Appointed John Scimone to Ethics Commission (14-8)
- Kevin Reardon nomination to Ethics Commission failed (10-12)
- Approved request for biennial ICE access data from Police Commission (unanimous)
- Appointed Daniel Rissi and Dina Lopes to Senior Citizen Commission (both unanimous)
- Appointed Ursula Moreshead to Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee (unanimous)
- Failed to approve nonresident beach fee increase ($225 total, 8-9-4)
- Took no action on remote meetings, senior/youth ordinances, and police commission expansion (all unanimous)